Dream Reef Tank Sump!!!

A huge milestone in setting up this dream reef tank build is the engine room, otherwise known as a sump.
In this video I take you through the sump I've had custom built by the fine folks at Hmahli Australia to meet the exact requirements for my new display tank.
This thing is a piece of art, I hope you enjoy the video as much as I did making it.
If you would like to enquire about getting your own incredible sump, check out the options and contact details at:
hmahliaustrali...
Eric does ship worldwide!!!

[@MW-ut3dk]

You know you’re in trouble when your sump costs more than most reefers’ entire setup...🤪

[@ParkersReef]

Heheheh it is a worry..... lol

[@AvengX22]

The best sump I've ever seen.

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you!!

[@jasoncelentani8701]

By far, the best sump I’ve ever seen. Any updates?

[@ParkersReef]

@jasoncelentani8701 yes there is! Check out the latest here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6jGeJyHbNiff9Usi=GXU57M2ggOWiKwA8

[@NeutraLens]

Agreed. Dream sump for sure.

[@ParkersReef]

@stevenwilliams1205 thank you!!

[@kidnormano]

That sump makes me wish I'm parkersreef's clown fish 😉

[@ParkersReef]

Hahahaha it is nice!

[@ryanoliveira214]

I’ve never been so aroused by an acrylic box!

[@ParkersReef]

Hahaha gold!

[@jeffthomas7383]

Eric is an artist! This is one amazing sump. I actually think it is a very good value. Congratulations.

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks mate, I am happy :)

[@Confused_Hippie]

hey been a few years meow, does that Refuge light spill onto the skimmer causing excess algae growth on the skimmer? Awesome looking sump! looks tiny under that tank!

[@ParkersReef]

Heading towards the two year mark. Nope, no issues with light from the fuge light onto the skimmer. The clear baffle in the sump grew coralline algae pretty quick and that has sealed it off nicely :)

[@insanity4224]

With that size fuge and that proper light you won’t be running Sulphur! As soon as my fuge took off I got rid of my sulphur reactor and I still can’t get a nitrate reading and I feed heavily. Also with that filter fleece and big skimmer you won’t get bugger all detritus in that big sponge after your fuge..

[@ParkersReef]

that is the plan :)

[@eatsleepreef9565]

I’m subbed absolutely beautiful build for sure 🤙🏼

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks for the sub!

[@A1FELONY]

DIRTIES PART OF MY SUMP IS RETURN CHAMBER , HAVING IT THE BACK WOULD BE A NIGHTMARE.

[@ParkersReef]

and yet mine remains clean?

[@ArrickthaRed]

So what you should do is send the sump and equipment to me. I will do a 10 year test and report back to you if it is good or not and send it back to you. Just think if something breaks all the frustration I will save you

[@ParkersReef]

You’re too kind 😂😂😂

[@Mike__B]

You did not go cheap on that refugium light. Ho-boy! That said, be careful with that light, I've seen those light from those melt a plastic table that they were on when someone turned it on to show off then just mindlessly put it down on a table, granted the table wasn't clear like your window but something to keep mindful ... especially if you get that nasty plastic smell and don't know where it's coming from.

[@ParkersReef]

Haha yes, will indeed be careful :)

[@stalonpaulst]

Dude, dont mind but make your videos shorter and show a working project, dont just talk about how it will work.

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks for the feedback Paul 👍🏻

[@JasenHicksFGC]

I borrowed the idea for your fuge light mounting solution 😁

[@ParkersReef]

Nice one!!

[@bobbyknox9258]

That sump looks rubbish! Will you be giving it away? 🙄

[@ParkersReef]

Haha nice try 😅

[@mr702s]

Why not just run a purge timer with a solenoid to drain on your automatic RO system line before going to your resevior so you don't have the TDS problem?

[@ParkersReef]

Yes I should, will look into this thank you

[@CountryMusicNow]

The sump looks tall. Will you be able to take out the filter roller once its in the stand? Looks like you have just enough room to remove the skimmer cup. I love your refugium light and cover

[@ParkersReef]

Yep plenty of room. Can remove skimmer cup and entire skimmer without issue. Filter roll fits easily :)

[@JacHarr007]

Have you got any videos on how your refill works on your ATO reservoir?

[@ParkersReef]

I don't, however it is a fairly basic latching relay design (switches on when the lower float switch is triggered and switches off only when the upper float switch is triggered). You can actually buy an off the shelf equivalent from Auto Aqua these days :)

[@YoshiYoshiYoshi1106]

Hmahlia website working for anyone in the US?

[@ParkersReef]

What’s it showing for you? It is working fine here?

[@servful]

Update video of the sump in play and your views of it running for a bit?

[@ParkersReef]

coming this weekend on the 2 year deep dive update!

[@matthewtate4904]

Grate , im hopeing to have reef tank of my owen soon in the process getting parts for my reef Project ,some day ill have a set up my owen meny thanks Matthew

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers Matthew, good luck with your reefing journey!

[@dobermanguy9437]

I've seen filter rollers my question is what do they act as a biological filter are basically to just clean the water. If I had a big sump like that I would mount it outside of the tank somewhere it would be a lot easier to work on

[@ParkersReef]

they are a mechanical filtration, remove solids from the water column. You can have them external to the tank if you prefer, just make sure it doesn't leak :)

[@Reef_Down_Under]

Hey Sam, in the process of designing myself a new sump & I’m curious if you ever ended up using the water inlets for the refugium & did it actually work to tumble the cheato?

[@ParkersReef]

I never did! They’re still there in case I ever do, but ultimately decided it didn’t need to tumble anyway

[@Reef_Down_Under]

Ok thanks for your feedback!

[@coralfragsaus6021]

I left after you said its not the cat, i will thumbs up anyway.

[@ParkersReef]

hahahahaha gold

[@joshworth6424]

Awesome setup, where did you get the plastic bottom to your tank stand?

[@ParkersReef]

I had it made for the stand. More info here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ6weoWCbd91pbs

[@CountryMusicNow]

So pretty

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks!

[@sa7el]

I'll need to get a divorce first to get a sump like that!

[@ParkersReef]

Haha oh no, hopefully not!!

[@Stevedola11]

Geez that sump is insanely awesome but must have cost the amount of small car!

[@ParkersReef]

yeah I think I shared the cost in the video, but it's been worth every penny!

[@kha1038]

How is the Ph doing with this setup? Did you add a co2 scrubber or no?

[@ParkersReef]

I did add one yes, ph keeping up 8.3-8.4

[@multanemo]

Not one, but two Abyzzzz pumps, folks!

[@ParkersReef]

Haha yeah, I have 2 so why not!!

[@PacedFast]

Where did you get that tray liner in your sump area for your t-slot stand?

[@ParkersReef]

I had it made by a local acrylic place

[@kevinw7044]

The King of sumps. That is excellent.

[@ParkersReef]

thanks man!

[@sylvesterreef2637]

Hi beautiful happy for you dream built 👍🔥🔥🔥

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@desjardin5786]

I’m not sure if you mentioned this in other videos but how many Litres is the system?

[@ParkersReef]

whole system is around 1500 litres

[@milanmilu]

Did you manage to get the Chaeto Tumbling?

[@ParkersReef]

I didn’t try in the end as I didn’t use chaeto, but brachypus which doesn’t need to tumble :)

[@iwantosavemoney]

Very very nice my friend

[@ParkersReef]

Appreciate it!

[@alexpellman8637]

If I spent $4k on a sump it better last at least 25-30 years

[@ParkersReef]

Chances are this will :)

[@nelsoncarter915]

WOW WOW WOW... Awesome sump.. Honestly thought it would have been more than 4K given the design phase as well.. so so pretty and shiny.. Almost a shame to fill it with salt water and get it all gunked up.. You will spend the next 20 years trying to keep it looking as clean as Andy"s sumps at Fishworld LOL

[@ParkersReef]

Hahahaha no one can keep their sump and clean as Leanne and Andy!

[@nelsoncarter915]

Everytime I walk in there Im thinking OMG. Did these guys sleep last night? Its like they spend every night cleaning all night.. But I guess thats not true cause they found time to start a family LOL Congrats to them! 😊

[@ParkersReef]

I did see that, great news for a lovely couple :)

[@i2eef]

Very nice unique sump! There is an awful amount of thought into making a sump like yours. I wonder if it is up and running by now, but i do have a few questions if you do not mind answering. Is the return chamber big enough for those 2 Abyzz pump? those pumps could really run that compartment dry if fully opened. Why not using media reactor instead? Detritus will look into getting into that chamber in my opinion. It will be then blast by all the air bubbles and end up in the return chamber, bringing a good part of it in the DT. Is there a pump in the reservoir to bring the water to level? I would check for an extra security float in case something block your current float. Can not wait to see how that refugium chamber works! Thank you for sharing! I am in the process of making my custom sump and this video helped me a lot!

[@ParkersReef]

Hey Richard, thanks for taking the time to watch and also comment. Hopefully I can answer some of your questions :) It most certainly is up and running now, you can check out some of my more recent videos for further updates Yes, I do have 2 abyzz a200 in there and it is large enough. Would it drain it if they were opened up, absolutely! But they are not there to run at 100%. My return sits at 50% and the accessory pump is currently at 25%. Detritus shouldn't make it to the media chamber as it would have to pass the filter roller. If it does and it does get blasted into the display, that's ok! Not sure what you mean about a pump in the reservoir, I am assuming you mean the RODI reservoir? If so, it uses a spectrapure ATO. The reservoir itself actually has two upper float switches just in case something happened to the first one :) Oh nice, where can we see more info on your build? Be great to follow along!

[@i2eef]

@@ParkersReef Thank you for taking the time to explain it further. I do not have a thread or a journal. I used to do it on reef central under the alias of i2ik. Still having the same tank but it will be converted to a peninsula. Will take the opportunity to change my steel stand with an 8020 extruded aluminium to match the canopy i did 10 years ago.

[@ParkersReef]

@@i2eef awesome stuff, good luck with the build!

[@maokinus]

Amazing sump, definitely a work of art. Do you have a rodi bin for your mixing station? I don't have a top off reservoir on any of my tanks as i pull directly from my mixing station rodi bin. For me, 50g rodi drum lasts a long time on a 70g total water volume setup. Do you have a video of this sump in action? I would love to see how the fuge worked out seems like a really good idea.

[@ParkersReef]

Hey Eric, I mostly use NSW - however I have facilities to mix if I need to. I don't have a specific video on the sump in operation, but if you check out some of my dream reef tank update videos - you will see it in operation there. The fuge is working a treat :D

[@maokinus]

@@ParkersReef ah makes sense. Nsw such a money saver but quite a bit of work to collect i would imagine

[@ParkersReef]

@@maokinus I get it delivered :)

[@summersmanson]

Hi Sam, first of im fairly new to reefing and you are by far the most help and fun to watch on KZbin, great job! I'm currently designing my custom Hmahli sump (talked to Eric a few times now and he's bloody great!) It will be for my 3metre approximately 1800litre FOWLR tank I'm designing. I've got a question about your refugium, how big is it and how is it going with the Kessil light directly on the lid, instead of raised up for more even spread? My refugium chamber will be 420mm x 420mm. I'm wanting to use the AI Prime 16hd Fuge light, mounted directly on the blacked out lid exactly like you have done. Do you think this will still work well for me like it has for you? Or is there any changes to that fuge design or my light choice that you would recommend? Thanks heaps and keep up the amazing work!

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks so much!!! Sounds like you’ve got quite the build coming along, exciting stuff. My refugium is covered in some detail in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ6weoWCbd91pbssi=ZLPA0x_0WfPN_CFc I’m definitely happy with the Kessil sitting on the lid, it’s been growing macro algae like a champion. Feel free to send through any other questions you have!

[@summersmanson]

@ParkersReef Thank you :) I'll check that video out! Do you think I'll be just as happy with AI prime fuge light too? Also is there any reason you chose not to use chaeto?

[@ParkersReef]

@summersmanson yeah I reckon you would, although if looking for a cheaper option, perhaps look at the ai blade fuge? You could likely get two of them for ultimate coverage over even the largest of refugiums :)

[@summersmanson]

@ParkersReef great thinking mate! I like it and just might do that! Last question, what is your favourite automatic parameter checker at the moment?

[@ParkersReef]

@@summersmanson really depends on what parameters you want to check. Spoilt for choice at the moment!

[@calipsosreefs4843]

👊👊👊👊👊👊👊👊🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers man!

[@joshpitts25]

I'm just going to say that I bet you spent 15k at least on this setup. Just saying most people tat watch this are on a budget. Watched the stand build 4k. Wow you have money to spend. Ridiculous but a good show.

[@ParkersReef]

I actually did a video breaking down every cost of the system. Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZjWe2yCjMigoKs

[@joshpitts25]

I'm getting ready to set up new tank but mine will be more cost effective. Be aware new viewers simple is best.

[@ParkersReef]

Would love to see your setup, do you have videos up on it? As explained in the costs video, this is my dream reef tank that I saved a long time for. I thoroughly explain that the majority of the pieces are not required, I just wanted them.

[@ianawesome4875]

I think 4k aus is value! Very lucky man.

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah im happy, I just know a lot of people don’t get it :)

[@kkrishna9791]

Best sump I have seen was jsreef display refugium sump

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers mate!

[@ParkersReef]

Got a link to his setup?

[@raptor1217]

Sam this is second to none mate. If I said I wasn’t a lil jealous I’d be lying! Cracking build mate, top quality as usual bud. Can’t wait to see the progress.

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks 👍

[@joshmccarthy7943]

Can we see a video off this running

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah there are plenty in the new updates of the tank, but if you like, I could do a special update on the sump alone?

[@slowlife8848]

Dang I could build that for cheaper lol ima build one similar for a friend

[@ParkersReef]

Not as easy as it looks, especially in the fine detail - but yes, it is completely possible!!

[@slowlife8848]

@@ParkersReef no that’s easy I did many but never seen the idea behind yours I’m already making one very easy build thanks for the videos

[@ParkersReef]

Glad it could help!

[@russellchiles3343]

Im worried about failure of the top switch on your top off water. What stops the filling of fresh water if it kicks the bucket?

[@ParkersReef]

I can add more top switches although I find them very reliable in pure RODI. Should the switch fail, it overflows into sump which overflows to the belly pan drain. But yes, something to be mindful of!!

[@johnwilson3527]

@@ParkersReef love the sump any chance of doing a setup guide with parts lists for the ro supply to the ato tank . thanks

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah I can do that for you mate 👍🏻

[@enhncr]

Holly molly :) I always admired acrylic sumps. This one is really promising. Tbh, the price is ok. ~£2000 is reasonable - thanks for the video.

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks for watching!

[@enhncr]

@@ParkersReef I subscribed. It is an absolute pleasure to watch you. Good job.

[@ParkersReef]

@enhncr legend , thank you!!

[@SharbucklesReef]

That is one hell of a sump. Holy smokes. Can’t wait to see this thing running!

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@HappyBuddhaBoyd]

Looks absolutely perfect. Great design. I, personally, do not use filter rollers... but great design.

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah it’s one of those things you either love or hate, easy to remove if I change my mind though :)

[@dulichion]

Why does every youbtuber have to put that annoying elevator downtempo shit music in their montages?? Pick something original, this is a good video, just pick your own music instead of the standard fair everyone does.

[@ParkersReef]

hahaha because we are limited to music that we are legally allowed to use, IE, ones that are open property :P

[@dulichion]

@@ParkersReef sucks bro! Cause that music is the worst! Maybe play some Stone Roses or old U2. Anyways love the vid!

[@ParkersReef]

Can’t man, it’s licensed music….

[@dulichion]

@@ParkersReef well poop! Keep up the vids! Love the tank!

[@TheMeridaman]

What an amazing sump. The whole setup so far is incredible. Well envious.

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers mate!

[@MathewSmith44]

Hi Sam, I’m in the process of beginning the planning of my dream reef tank. When starting to plan your custom sump, where did you start and what were the processes to get you to where this amazing sump got to? At this stage, I’ve got the wall picked that I’ll put it on and is 3.5m wide. I have an existing aqua one 90 tank, that I’d like to have integrated with the one sump next to my dream tank and set that up as a clown tank with some anemones. From there, just struggling to get my head around my layout that should best suit this. Any input or starting point would be greatly appreciated. Love your videos mate. Thanks in advance

[@ParkersReef]

Nice one! Exciting times ahead! I started with the things I knew. So the size of the tank and the equipment I wanted to run. There are more planning videos in this series where I go over the design of the sump and it goes into pretty fine detail.

[@MathewSmith44]

@@ParkersReef Thanks for the rapid response, just found your video with your to scale drawings. I’ve got an idea of all the equipment I want in there, I’m not overly restricted on length which helps for ease of access to equipment. I’ll be using your aluminium extrusion stand idea, and I’m only a 2 hour drive from hmahli with my in laws living in Wollongong so worth the trip to see the in laws I think

[@ParkersReef]

@matsmith52 sounds like you’re all set! Reach out if you have any further questions, but chances are it’s been covered in a video in this build series 😂

[@MathewSmith44]

@@ParkersReef Hi Sam, further questions. On my dream tank as per above, i would like to have a chamber for a secondary skimmer for the use of Ozone. I went hunting on your channel for your take on ozone. Have you had much of a look into this? Also, is a little tricky to find many videos etc on skimmers that are ozone safe. I have found the Nyos quantum range and some of the Octo range but that’s really about it that even advertises as being ozone safe. Would you have any other suggestions to look into? Also, would you know top of mind if the Hmahli sumps are also ozone safe? Thanks in advanced

[@ParkersReef]

@matsmith52 octo would be the path I’d go. I couldn’t comment on the sump being ozone safe or not though. I have ran ozone on my old tank, really liked the results actually

[@coralfragsaus6021]

i am confused as to why you are getting tds creep in the tank, tds creep is in the membrane and your resin would take it out before it went to tank no?

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah but you do usually see a spike of TDS when the membrane is first pressurised and some of that can overwhelm the resin. With this setup it is minimal, but still needs to be considered

[@coralfragsaus6021]

@@ParkersReef interesting, never seen tds creep get past my resin, but the highest iv seen it is 40-50tds after membrane but never gets past resin.. i know you said its not a problem for you but if you really wanted to stop that you could get a small 200gram inline mixed bed resin cartridge for $25 prob last over a year, have it some place after main resin and before sump. but like you said no big deal anyway

[@ParkersReef]

Coral Frags Aus yeah I have a big resin chamber on my RODI unit, but yeah - I had to mention it as a lot of people like to point out the TDS creep :)

[@thegolflife7565]

Who built this?

[@ParkersReef]

Hmahli australia

[@ReefSYS]

Nice..

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks!!

[@jackkain7141]

Looking forward to seeing this fully plumbed, mostly to see how you run the crazy amount of bulkhead lines.

[@ParkersReef]

You and me both!

[@XXZombieXHunter]

This popped up as suggested video, very impressive sump!

[@ParkersReef]

Glad you liked it!

[@stevemunn367]

Wow 👍🏻

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers mate!!

[@sierradelta8920]

Holy smokes man that thing is impressive!!

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you!

[@EGYPT_REEF]

finaly

[@ParkersReef]

haha tell me about it!

[@davidmichael3137]

Gorgeous and I am super jelly. I would like to offer a tip. That light for the refugium is going to cause coralline algae to grow on our skimmer. It did on my sump. I added another divider for the light to prevent it from shinning light in the areas of the tank that you dont want things to grow......SUPER SEXY SETUP. I love this tank, stand, and sump....I agree on the filter pad, its true it will attract detritus but its also an easy clean with a ton of positive reasons why to have it on there.

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks for the tips mate :)

[@2010johnking]

I bought a 20 long Aqueon tank from Petco for $20 USD. Then the Fiji Cube DIY sump kit for $110 I think. Then a tube of silicone. So that puts us at maybe $140. Then a Jebao DCP 2500 return for $53 on Amazon. Now we're at $190. Although I have not bought the skimmer, refugium light, ATO, heater, etc. It still won't be anywhere near this dream sump lol.

[@ParkersReef]

haha thats the fun with this hobby - you can spend as much or as little as you like :)

[@hatrik2910]

Looks amazing, well done mate and very well thought out! With the elevated TDS from your RODI at start-up, have you considered using a flush solenoid valve and delay timer relay? When your RODI fill solenoid comes on, use that signal to trigger the delay timer relay to turn on, then it will automatically turn off again after a user-defined period of time. The flush solenoid valve connects to the RODI waste line, basically replacing the manual flush valve, and has a small inbuilt adjustable valve (via a plastic Phillips head screw) so that when closed it still lets a small amount of water through as the normal waste. When energised it opens up to flush the RO membrane. The delay timer relay modules and flush valves are both available on eBay / Aliexpress. Just a suggestion to eliminate that issue :)

[@ParkersReef]

Sensational thought, I am going to follow up on this, brilliant idea!

[@glenbuyer8738]

Was thinking the same thing, if you wanted a fairly cheap turn key solution you could something like the smart buddy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/imqslmSqhaubd80 it has a pressure boost function as well, not sure if they are sold in Australia but maybe something to have a look at

[@hatrik2910]

​@@ParkersReef Nice! Here's a couple of links - www.ebay.com.au/itm/DC-5V-9V-12V-Adjustable-Timing-Delay-Time-Timer-Turn-on-off-Relay-Switch-Module/191949280682?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20160908110712%26meid%3D9a946df2ef9c4544ad9566b59a8d8170%26pid%3D100677%26rk%3D8%26rkt%3D30%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D124185519126%26itm%3D191949280682%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2386202%26algv%3DDefaultOrganic&_trksid=p2386202.c100677.m4598 and www.ebay.com.au/itm/1-4-24V-Inlet-Feed-Water-Solenoid-Valve-Automatic-Control/183630657268?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

[@ParkersReef]

will check it out, thanks guys

[@tstanley01]

@@ParkersReef if you are using DI, then TDS creep shouldn't be a concern for the water quality, because the DI should pick up any excess TDS from the membrane. The issue is that it does consume more DI resin than is necessary if you flush the first bit of RO water. There is obviously a break even period for DI vs building the time system you are talking about. If you do install a flushing system, make sure you install it after the RO membrane, but before the DI. If you just flush water after the DI, before it goes into your tank, you have defeated the purpose of the system.

[@reefp5816]

wow

[@ParkersReef]

Whoop whoop!!!

[@richwright2280]

Keeps our...... reef keeping ocd in check 😉

[@ParkersReef]

gotta be done!

[@richwright2280]

Loving the custom sump is your new tank much bigger than your other one litres wise ? Total water sump and tank ?

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah fair bit bigger, almost double - 850L up to 1500L

[@azlisreef7964]

Awesome sump!! Some questions: 1. At normal operation how much is the water in the return pump area filled up? 2. When you turn off the system, does the return area have enough volume to cover the spillover? Thanks

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks for watching and asking some questions :) At normal operation the return pump section is about 1/2 - 2/3rds full, When return pump is off, the sump level rises about 2 inches. Just ensure your return outlets are near the surface 👍🏻

[@coastalclownfish]

I dont know what to say Sam....... I'm jealous, envious of your design, envious you got a Hmahli sump🥰, envious of the pumps 😱, you can stop now 😂. Great choice mate, you can't go wrong with Eric's gear, love the name etched, tops it off 👌

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers mate!

[@mikeostrom583]

I didn’t like your long introduction or the annoying soundtrack while circling the sump. At least ff works.Very distracting from the important issue at hand. The reasons why it’s a “dream reef tank sump”. Now that I have that off my chest I can watch and enjoy your video.🙂🇨🇦 sorry don’t mean to be a jerk, bad day. I would love to be able to do a reef in Australia. You are inspiring, I have been out of the hobby for several years. 🙂

[@ParkersReef]

All good mate! Appreciate the feedback :)

[@desiree1433]

@@ParkersReef I enjoy it. When you get something new it’s nice to see the whole image. I’d have photos of it like a new baby :) The price was low for what you got.

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks mate :)

[@ParkersReef]

@@desiree1433 thank you :)

[@corsair371]

Beautiful sump. I want to cry 😢 💰$$$$$$$

[@ParkersReef]

Haha thanks

[@aliceholbert1246]

You will find that cheato wont grow fast due to the roller. Its overkill for tank that size. I run a 75 gallon long sump on 200g. Display. with the deep sand bed fuge and cheato in sump. The skimmer and fuge is plenty. Love the sump. Are the dividers removable so you can take them out. Fuges are amazing. Fuge alone will out compete tank if built up right.

[@ParkersReef]

If something out competes it that’s ok with me :) But at least if something isn’t up to the task, it’s there to help the cause :)

[@areizaga]

Hi where do you have the channel of light led?

[@ParkersReef]

It’s just along the front top of the sump. The top black piece is actually removable to access it

[@areizaga]

@@ParkersReef thanks very much and congratulations have a very nice tank, greetings from 🇲🇽

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks mate :)

[@charlesleslie4752]

The box behind the tank frame in the wall. Water supply lines? Drains? Can you do a short video?

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah I’ve got a few lines going through the wall there. I have auto water change lines in and out. Manual water change lines in and out, fresh water line for RODI filter, co2 feed for calcium reactor and lastly I have a skimmer drain line. It’s a busy little area!!!

[@thereefaholic]

Congratulations on getting your dream sump. I won’t second guess any of your design. Not that there was much to second guess. But how thick is the acrylic?

[@ParkersReef]

Totally welcome to second guess any of it! I believe the acrylic is 8mm thick, but couldn’t be sure

[@donsmith7979]

That is a Beauty ! Ya it's expensive but over a short time that cost won't even be a thing anymore. Planning/building takes time but well worth it. We can see that in your system. Great job ! Pro tip: on any media reactors outputs place a tee and two valves so you can purge initial new media start up tank water rinse into a waste bucket and not into your tank. Ya know carbon dust etc. When the water is running clean then direct it back into system. I'm building my dream system right now too: 48"x 32"x 20" tall Lagoon(CA earthquake's). 37 years reefing, still learning. I'm running two L1's witch are way more than I need and so :Tip #2 closed loops into sump w/valves for both those adjustable return pumps so they can stretch their legs.Churning water is great for aeration. Bla Bla Sorry. CA USA

[@ParkersReef]

That is great thinking, I like it!

[@nikoaman7520]

Awesome sump mate ! Could you make a video on how you set up your auto water changes & RO top up? I have a waterbox peninsula 6025 on the way would like to know how I can get water to and from the tank. Cheers

[@ParkersReef]

hey man, yeah I have a few videos on this actually. I'll list them for you below: Setting up an AWC: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGjYo6SQq6iIjtE My AWC: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bojGZ3dqmcRjd9k AWC facts, myths and opinions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6LUZqGcaLGpY5I RODI automator: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKuZf2abn8mlha8 Let me know if you have any questions :)

[@vlademere2156]

Hi Sam, I hope you are well mate. May I ask where you sourced your Abyzz pumps in Australia?

[@ParkersReef]

My LFS got me one and I bought the other second hand. They have a distributor in australia, so you should be able to get them from your LFS (special order)

[@jaylsomething8653]

All I could think about is a giant fancy giant desktop computer.

[@ParkersReef]

hahahaha would be a heck of a water cooling setup!

[@timanders3151]

Speaking from experience and my Lifereef sump, how are you going to keep the pieces of Chaeto that break off out of the filter pad section? That baffle flowing through the bottom is going to be a nightmare of little pieces of macro getting caught in the pad.. Lifereef created my sump refugium section almost the same, the water went through the baffle only slightly higher than yours, into a filter pad also, and it was a PITA to keep broken pieces of macro out of it. It made a mess. Luckily, I live in CO, and they came out and replaced the baffle.

[@ParkersReef]

What would you suggest? The pad is there to catch them, so you remove pad and clean. Should the water exit at the top instead?

[@enzomontini758]

Great well thought out sump looks amazing but ATO built in is a big NO u must have room at the side for a separate container so u can visually see the levels

[@ParkersReef]

Why would you need to see the level? I can add a device to it which will tell me the level if need be, but it really isn't necessary

[@enzomontini758]

Parkers Reef thanks for the reply iv had that style of ATO float switch and they constantly failed on me over the years ,,, that said even if it was in a separate container it could still flood ,, fingers crossed 🤞 looks like an amazing build hats 🎩 off to u lad 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇬🇧

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah fair call mate. I’ve used the same system on my last tank for 7 years, worked a treat. But yes, it was in a separate reservoir that you could monitor. If you use quality switches and have clean RO, I’ve had good success. But you’re spot on, any automation needs to be monitored as it is a matter of when it fails, not if :)

[@enzomontini758]

Parkers Reef I hope u dazzle that sum in bling bling colour change leds to make it pop n it’s a shame ur putting doors on the stand I’d have clear glass doors so u could see the “ engine room “

[@enzomontini758]

Could u add a float shutoff valve to the ATO res

[@ahmetmutlu3779]

Only This amazing sump would suit this amazing video series

[@ParkersReef]

haha thanks mate, appreciate it!

[@petesreef1891]

Brilliant sump Sam piece of art gonna be good this 👍👍👍

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers mate!

[@VinnysAquatics]

So friggin cool 👍👍👍 that is sump thing 😃

[@ParkersReef]

Hahahaha I see what you did there ;)

[@andrewk5410]

Hey mate, amateur reefer here from Sydney. Just stumbled on your channel and this video! I'm so inspired! Amazing setup!! Will check out your other vids and follow your journey! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks so much!!

[@johngalactus4014]

Beautiful sump! Never thought a sump can look that good.

[@ParkersReef]

Hahaha yeah it’s a ripper!

[@onemorestep1104]

Mate, never be ashamed to spend money on things you love. Money is there to be used. If a wife is furious about her man spending money on things he likes, it's because there will be less money for her to spend on things SHE likes.

[@ParkersReef]

Hahaha my wife is not worried in the slightest :) I do need to keep spending under control though, still lots to go and savings dwindling 😂

[@sheemkhaa9933]

Wtf damn that is one hell of a sump you have there looks like one of those only 5 made limited edition. You gonna make other reefer remake their sump all over again with auto baffle up n down. I love it and I'm sure many will also after watching this video thumbs 👍 up all the way.

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks so much mate 👍🏻

[@duckslinger999]

baller

[@ParkersReef]

Cheers :p

[@wigneshwaranganesh7575]

Mate! looking extraordinary awesome. Waiting for your structure to be build. What type of rocks you are looking at😉

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks mate! All to be revealed soon :)

[@aarondeane6934]

Top notch Sam. You must be stoked. Epic workmanship Eric. Hat of for top quality

[@ParkersReef]

Very happy mate :)

[@2010johnking]

That is an incredible setup. Probably more money than my whole 40 breeder reef setup that I'm working on.

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah that is fair, I've been saving for this for the good part of a decade :D

[@Val_Halla777]

Nicely Done! Turned out stunning..as expected. Awesome man👍

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@wallacepretorius7785]

Lovely sump, do you have a link or name for Eric's page please want to see some of his work. All the best with the set up, much love from South Africa🇿🇦

[@ParkersReef]

You bet, you can find Eric at: hmahliaustralia.com.au/

[@corsair371]

Luxury sump for a tank that I can’t afford 🥲

[@ParkersReef]

yeah is a decent chunk of change I will admit. Took me many years of saving to afford this beauty

[@glenbuyer8738]

I like the addition of air lines in the media section. Will you run CO2 scrubber on the skimmer?

[@ParkersReef]

Sure am planning to yes :)

[@insanity4224]

Super impressed. The air flow through the bio media is interesting, basically a ‘reverse trickle filter’ lol. It will at the very least be good for oxygenation.

[@ParkersReef]

yeah its popular at the moment, easy to implement but also easy to take off if it goes out of fashion :P

[@richardportelli1983]

Don't bother trying to get chaeto to tumble, get a couple tunze submersible lights and mount them inside the chamber.

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah did think of that, but extra flow in there won’t hurt :)

[@Bete_Noir]

Just eyeballing it, but it doesn't look as if there's enough room in that stand to remove the huge roller. Hope I'm wrong.

[@ParkersReef]

Haha yeah I was worried, but it comes out easily :)

[@SEELE-ONE]

Legend says that simply standing near the sump is enough to cure all diseases

[@ParkersReef]

Hahahaha worth a shot 😂😅😬